Category: Crochet

Finally I have made my very first crochet sweater.! It is an easy and cropped one with long arms.. and sooo soft! But of course not at all perfect - I can see several things to do better next time. But it is a learning process where I'm getting ready to create my dream crochet sweater … Continue reading Crochet sweater

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This easy crochet purse are all made of yarn, fabric, button and handles from second-hand shop. It is absolutely possible to crochet on real budget from time to time, and can, in addition to contribute to textile recycling, also result in a more fun crochet approach. I tried to cover up my messy kitchen with some clumsy photo … Continue reading Crochet glamorous purse on budget

Of course I crochet something for Her Sweetness too.. and some of my first "creations" was this reflective dog vest that would do good when we have to walk near traffic. She is already the sweetest thing ever, so I think the super cute neon pink colour from Galaxy reflex yarn looks good on her and sure makes … Continue reading Crochet reflection dog vest and sporty messy bun beanie

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My dear son came home from school the other day with two very nice and well-made wooden stools he had created. I just adore the smell of wood and like the stools as they are, but could of course not resist to try crochet a stool cover with some of the chunky recycled yarn I bought on … Continue reading Crochet chunky granny square stool cover

A lot has happened since last blog post, it sure is time for a quick update. Me and puppy are currently living a nomad-ish life alternating between Norway and Sweden. I also have access to a cosy mountain cabin (about 750 m.a.s.l) in Telemark, Norway based at the very foot of Hardangervidda, so me and … Continue reading Tinn in Telemark

Last summer visit in Rondane I biked and hiked up to this awesome National Park and to the very peak of Veslesmeden (2015 masl).. some truly gobsmacked days to remember. Now, this summer me and puppy woke up early in our little mountain cottage with a new challenge, to hike up yet another 2000-peaks in the area – we … Continue reading Storronden hike in Rond […]

I love travel by train in Norway, especially long distance railway where you are guaranteed an overdose of scenic landscapes both under, over, in between and straight through the Norwegian mountain world. I have often travelled by the beautiful Bergensbanen and Raumabanen, and last summer I finally got the chance to travel both ways with the … Continue readi […]

A new year is here, and new challenges are waiting. Planning and preparing has occupied my mind and doings during the last couple of months, as new and unknown directions are waiting for both me and my son soon. It will not be easy for any of us, but necessary. Hopefully we will be able … Continue reading New paths of life

Don’t wanna risk your or other hikers lives just to get a selfie on the glorified Reinebringen? Then Tindstinden for sure is a brilliant alternative. From this mountain top you can, in fair weather that is, gaze towards the mainland or the open ocean with Værøy and Røst islands, towards the wild landscape behind the very end of Lofoten road… … Continue read […]

Feeding wild birds or backyard birds is a great way to learn more about them. They are such fascinating and adorable little creatures. To be successful at the birds dinner table I have eventually learned what to give them to keep them coming. Here you can see the tiny “solar panel” I mounted on the roof – the … Continue reading Solar illuminated bird feeder […]

Winter wonderland is here! Every day is full of beautiful frozen creations of nature – where dull and grey trees, branches and bushes are getting a revamp draped in new crystallized icing suites, looking their very best ever… I know I should have used a tripod for better focus, but hey…have you ever tried to shoot … Continue reading White frost river […]

Today’s hike took me and puppy up to and all the way around the half-frozen lake Rödvattensjön (377 masl). It is a really beautiful and peaceful area with lots of trails to discover for us. One of the trails* from here will also take you on a longer hike to Stockholmsgata. Look at this beautiful … Continue reading Crochet merino beanie with star and waistc […]

Everything has its charm. Even the moist, slushy and gray days. We just had a period with this weather, and, even if it can crash your mood, it can also result in some cool nature experiences when the sun is trying to break through it all.. As usual me and puppy are out discovering new … Continue reading Enchanted forest

I still have a few more hikes and excursions to post from an awesome summer season in Lofoten, saving the very best ones for last. But first, for hikers that are looking for another quick, easy and thrilling hike up to a 360° panoramic view – today I give you the magnificent Offersøykammen. Quick and nice trail up … Continue reading Offersøykammen hike in Lo […]

The name may bewilder you to think about city streets in Stockholm packed with cars, shops and people. But no – Stockholmsgata nature reserve are so far away from anything like that I can promise you. About a week ago I did a impulsive trip to have my first look at this area. It took more than an … Continue reading Stockholmsgata canyon hike

Last year I got my licence to chimney sweep/soot and clean my own wood-fired heating boiler. Feels really nice to be able to do this job myself, as I learn more how my house’s heating system works – and surely I also save some bucks by doing it myself. I attended a packed course (I was the … Continue reading Licence to sweep

Finally I have made my very first crochet sweater.! It is an easy and cropped one with long arms.. and sooo soft! But of course not at all perfect – I can see several things to do better next time. But it is a learning process where I’m getting ready to create my dream crochet sweater … Continue reading Crochet sweater

As much as I love reaching mountain tops for a magnificent 360 degrees views – hiking along mountain edges or ridges simply makes the magnificent views and experience last soooo much longer! And this hike is one of them – I’ll give you beautiful Yttersandheia and Litlberget– Ryten’s lil’bro! Along the road to trail start you will … Continue reading Yttersan […]

This hike includes spectacular views to the beautiful Kvalvika beach, with a possibility to make a roundtrip to walk along that tempting beach on a very hot day. But don’t expect to be alone up her in high season. On our way up to Ryten we did a “lil detour” to visit Fredvangshytta cabin, it’s tiny shed … Continue reading Ryten hike in Lofoten

Glorious Munkebu. 2 years after hiking to the scenic and popular Munkebu, I was finally back again. The views are as lovely as ever, and this time I shared this beautiful hike together with my dear puppy. This summer we live pretty close to the trail’s starting point, so it was a natural thing to trek it … Continue reading Munkebu hike in Lofoten

Have you ever wondered how it looks at the other side of Reine‘s famous spectacular mountain views? Well, wonder no more my dear readers .. curious or not, in just a short and easy hike you can see for yourself these wonderful views hiding behind Rein’s looming front peaks. Ever wondered what’s it looks like behind … Continue reading Solbjornvatnet and Oksti […]

So, here I am back home in Norway again to work through the summer, but this time I choose to work in Lofoten to enjoy the magic landscape together with my puppy Jenta. 10 days biking and hiking in Lofoten two years ago only worked as a teaser for me, as there is soooo much more to … Continue reading Helvetestinden ridge hike in Lofoten

For the third time I was ready to start my lil’ solo bicycle tour after finishing my seasonal summer work in Tafjord, Norway. This year I planned to bicycle from Tafjord to Östersund in Sweden. I had a final date to keep to be home, but to avoid stressing (after all this was my little vacation … Continue reading Biking, Hiking and Fishing Tour from Norway t […]

The list could be so much longer of course, but I have shortened it down to my 5 favourite adventures from last summer while working at the power- and avalanche center. There are still stuff I want to do here, but time will tell. Let’s take a look at some relatively easy/moderate activities – all of them situated … Continue reading Top 5 outdoor activities […]

A new assessment of NASA's record of global temperatures revealed that the agency's estimate of Earth's long-term temperature rise in recent decades is accurate to within less than a tenth of a degree Fahrenheit, providing confidence that past and future research is correctly capturing rising surface temperatures. The most complete assessment […]

Our oceans and the complex "conveyer belt" system of currents that connects them play an important role in regulating global climate. The oceans store heat from the Sun, and ocean currents transport that heat from the tropics to the poles. They release the heat and moisture into the air, which moderates climate nearby. But what happens if part of t […]

Human-generated greenhouse gases and atmospheric particles were affecting global drought risk as far back as the early 20th century, according to a study from NASA’s Goddard Institute for Space Studies (GISS) in New York City. For the first time, scientists at NASA GISS have linked human activities with patterns of drought around the world. Getting clues fro […]

UPDATED May 3, 9:07 PDT (12:07 EDT): The launch date of SpaceX CRS-17 has been updated to no earlier than Friday, May 3, 11:48 p.m. PDT (Saturday, May 4, 2:48 a.m. EDT). When the Orbiting Carbon Observatory 3, OCO-3, heads to the International Space Station, it will bring a new view - literally - to studies of Earth's carbon cycle. From its perch on the […]

This Earth Day, April 22, NASA invites you to celebrate our beautiful home planet by participating in a global social media event and local events around the country. Here is a list of the major agency Earth Day activities: #PictureEarth on Social Media Data globes (more here). Credit: NASA Celebrate the planet we all call home with NASA’s #PictureEarth soci […]

A group of NASA researchers could soon be blown away by data they collect during an airborne science campaign that will span from the Pacific coast to Hawaii. While in the sky, they'll be shooting lasers at the wind to advance technology that could help improve climate and weather predictions. Doppler Aerosol Wind Lidar (DAWN) is an airborne instrument […]

NASA’s Global Ecosystem Dynamics Investigation (GEDI) mission launched in December 2018. From its perch aboard the International Space Station, GEDI's powerful lasers create detailed 3D maps of Earth’s forests and topography – providing innovative and unique spaceborne observations. In January 2019, GEDI's lasers were turned on for the first time a […]

Our magnificent planet is always ready for its close-up. On Earth Day, April 22, NASA wants to see your take. NASA invites you to celebrate the planet we call home with our #PictureEarth social media event. Post a close-up photo on social media of your favorite natural features, such as crashing waves, ancient trees, blooming flowers or stunning sunsets. Use […]

When plants take in too much energy, they don't get fat - they lighten up. They absorb more sunlight than they need to power photosynthesis, and they get rid of the excess solar energy by emitting it as a very faint glow. The light is far too dim for us to notice under normal circumstances, but it can be measured with a spectrometer. Called solar-induce […]

Have you heard? This year marks the 10th anniversary of NASA’s Global Climate Change website, and we're up for a Webby Award in the "Green" category! Vote for your home planet here. Want to talk about how to land spacecraft onto other planets? We're here for you. Looking for the latest news or in-depth stories about science, technology an […]

Most planes use rigid wings with moving parts. But what if there was a wing that was not only completely flexible, but could be programmed to change on the go? A wing that could adapt to the most efficient shape for any flight, wind conditions or scientific mission? MADCAT is making that wing a reality. The Mission Adaptive Digital Composite Aerostructure Te […]

NASA is ready to launch a new space instrument that will use the vantage point of the International Space Station to monitor Earth's carbon cycle. A follow-on to the still-active OCO-2 mission, OCO-3 will bring not only a new vantage point but new techniques and new technologies to NASA's carbon dioxide observations. Why are we launching a new carb […]

NASA and global humanitarian organization Mercy Corps are partnering to help vulnerable communities in some of Earth's most fragile places better withstand challenges such as population growth, resource scarcity and climate change. Under a three-year Space Act Agreement signed on March 29, the partnership will combine NASA’s Earth observation capabiliti […]

In Alaska, 5 percent of the land is covered by glaciers that are losing a lot of ice and contributing to sea level rise. To monitor these changes, a small team of NASA-funded researchers has been flying scientific instruments on a bright red, single-engine plane since spring 2009. Flying low over some of the most dramatic landscapes on the planet, a cadre of […]

The horses came from miles around. Seeking life, they found death. Last spring, the arid western edge of the Navajo Nation in Arizona was drier than it had been in many years. Feral and wild horses, dehydrated and malnourished, sought out a watering hole near Gray Mountain. Instead of finding relief, nearly 200 got stuck in muddy clay and perished. It’s a sc […]

Glaciers rise, fall over tens of thousands of years in a time-lapse animation. Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech Turn the clock back 122,000 years, place cameras high over the north and south poles, then hit “record,” and it might look something like this. A new animation from NASA software engineers, based on finely tuned computer models, reveals how massive ice she […]

Students and families can meet a Mars rover, take a virtual tour through our solar system and explore alien worlds with NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory at the Clippers SciFest SoCal. A smaller version of the USA Science and Engineering Festival held in Washington, D.C., the free event is limited to school groups on Friday, March 22, but open to the pub […]